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Learn how to fix the 'no corresponding attribute in the model' error in Sails.js for through associations between models. Discover the correct setup for your Company, MergedCompany, and CompanyMergedCompany models to ensure seamless data relationships.
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Fixing the no corresponding attribute in the model Error in Sails.js

Sails.js is a powerful framework for building enterprise-grade Node.js applications, particularly for those managing complex relationships between models. However, developers can sometimes encounter challenges when creating through associations. One common issue is the error message stating, "no corresponding attribute in the model." In this post, we will dissect this problem and provide a clear solution to correctly set up your model associations in Sails.js.

Understanding the Error

The error arises when the framework expects a specific relationship structure that hasn't been correctly defined in your models. In this instance, we are dealing with three models:

Company: Represents individual company records

MergedCompany: Represents combined company records

CompanyMergedCompany: Acts as the join table for the many-to-many relationship between Company and MergedCompany

The error message indicates that while a through property was defined in one model, Sails.js could not find a corresponding attribute in the other model pointing to the same through value.

The Error Message Breakdown

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This points to the need for matching attributes between the two models involved in the association.

The Solution: Correcting the Model Definitions

To resolve this issue, we need to adjust the definitions of the mergedcompany attribute in the Company.js model. Below are the correct model setups:

1. Company Model

Here’s how the Company model should look:

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2. MergedCompany Model

Next, we ensure that the MergedCompany model is set up correctly:

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3. CompanyMergedCompany Model

Finally, the CompanyMergedCompany model acts as the join model linking the other two:

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Key Takeaways

Ensure that both models involved in the many-to-many relationship reference each other correctly in the via attribute.

The through model should have the correct singular and plural references.

Adjust your model definitions as shown, and restart your application. This should resolve the error and establish the proper associations between your models.

Conclusion

In conclusion, through associations in Sails.js can be tricky, especially when setting up the relationships between multiple models. The key lies in accurately defining the via and through attributes in each model. With these corrections, you should be able to eliminate the error and successfully manage your Company, MergedCompany, and CompanyMergedCompany models seamlessly. If you have further questions or run into another roadblock, don’t hesitate to reach out for help!